In a Title 1 district in Ohio, real literacy progress began when leaders aligned professional learning, instruction, and support around a single, evidence-based approach, showing what it takes to turn literacy strategy into lasting classroom practice.

Troy City Schools aligned its literacy instruction around a structured, evidence-based approach, helping English language learners build foundational skills, gain confidence, and achieve measurable reading growth.

GWRSD leaders were dedicated to helping struggling students thrive, and real change began when the district found an evidence-based literacy framework.

In 2018–19, Poway’s Special Education Department adopted IMSE’s Orton-Gillingham Plus (OG+) curriculum, ushering in a new era of student success.

To kickoff Dyslexia Awareness Month, IMSE is spotlighting Sarah Walters, District Instructor and Literacy Instructional Support Specialist at Troy City Schools. In this Q&A, Sarah shares how IMSE training is transforming instruction at Troy City Schools, the inspiration behind her book, and why raising awareness about dyslexia is so important for educators and families alike.